The Swordsmanship skill in The Sims 4 Royalty and Legacy expansion pack allows your Sim to duel rivals, compete in tournaments, and progress through noble ranks. This is a 10 level skill that is essential for the Noble career and dynasty gameplay. It combines combat, social influence, and strategic decision making. The Swordsmanship skill is available to Teen, Young Adult, Adult, and Elder Sims. It is primarily used for duelling, which can impact relationships, careers, and social standing.
Practice on a Dummy
Use the Swings ‘n’ Spins Practice Dummy found in Build Mode.
This is the safest and most consistent way to build early levels.
Read Skill Books
Skill books are slower but useful for passive gain.
Books available:
- Swordsmanship Vol 1
- Swordsmanship Vol 2
- Swordsmanship Vol 3
Books will only take your Sim up to level 9.
Buy and Use Swords
Your Sim needs a sword to fully engage with the skill.
You can get swords by:
- Asking the Blacksmith to craft one
- Buying through the computer or practice dummy
- Finding them in treasure chests
- Earning them through careers
Better swords can improve performance in duels.
Attend Skill Classes
If you own Discover University:
- Use the phone
- Go to the Business app
- Select Sit in on Skill Class
This is a rabbit hole activity that builds skill over time.
Duel Other Sims
Dueling is one of the fastest ways to gain skill.
Types of duels include:
- Duel for fun
- Duel for money
- Duel for love
- Duel for promotion
- Duel for rivalry
Higher risk duels give faster skill gain but can backfire if lost.
Enter Swordsmanship Tournaments
Tournaments are one of the best ways to level up quickly while earning rewards.
There are three tiers:
Gunther Goth’s Cup
- Required level: 2
- Entry fee: 25 Simoleons
Regional Ondarion Invitational
- Required level: 6
- Entry fee: 50 Simoleons
SimNation Grand Masters
- Required level: 9
- Entry fee: 100 Simoleons
Each tournament includes multiple rounds and rewards Simoleons and rare items.
Use the Whiteboard
If you own Businesses and Hobbies:
- Use the Sharing is Caring Whiteboard
- Learn or teach Swordsmanship
| Level | Unlocks |
|---|---|
| 1 | Duel for fun |
| 2 | Duel for Simoleons |
| 3 | Duel for a Sim’s heart |
| 4 | Duel for permission to marry, improved win chance |
| 5 | Duel for Dynasty Headship, unlock regional swords, mentor others |
| 6 | Duel for Noble Rivalry, access Regional Tournament |
| 7 | Duel for career promotion |
| 8 | Higher success rate in duels, improved combat performance |
| 9 | Access SimNation Grand Masters Tournament |
| 10 | Title of Sword Master |
Swordsmanship Tournaments
Tournaments are structured events with multiple rounds.
Key features:
- No time limit
- Break periods between rounds
- Optional interactions during breaks
- Rewards based on placement
Winning tournaments is one of the fastest ways to gain money and skill.
All Swords in the Game
There are 11 swords available in total.
Sources include:
- Blacksmith crafted weapons
- Noble career rewards
- Treasure chests across Ondarion
- The sword in the stone event
Rare swords often require higher skill levels to use.
Swordsmanship Skill Cheats
To instantly level your skill:
- Press Control + Shift + C
- Type testingcheats true
- Enter:
stats.set_skill_level major_swordsmanship X
Replace X with the level you want.
Tips to Level Faster
- Combine duels with tournaments for maximum gain
- Keep your Sim in a confident or focused mood
- Build Charisma alongside Swordsmanship
- Use higher tier tournaments as soon as possible
- Upgrade swords when available
Final Thoughts
The Swordsmanship skill is one of the most impactful additions in Royalty and Legacy.
It is not just a skill but a full system that affects:
- Careers
- Relationships
- Power structures
If you ignore it, your Sim will struggle in noble gameplay. If you master it, you control the entire social hierarchy.
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